We are hiring in our Manchester office for a Senior Ecologist.
Main Purpose of the Job
As a result of our growing workload, we are looking for a Senior Ecologist to oversee and aid project delivery. You will be involved from start to completion in a range of projects in both the public and private sectors. The work includes surveys, analysis and reporting; engagement with stakeholders, working in inter‑disciplinary project teams and the planning system as well as habitat creation and enhancement schemes.
Main Duties and Responsibilities:
You will be responsible for a range of tasks incorporating the following elements, with a goal of progressing your career with us and enabling you to excel within a diverse environment:
* Working with the Principal Ecologist to deliver a range of projects from tender stage to completion
* Maintaining high standards of survey, data analysis, reporting and client liaison in accordance with good practice guidance, ecological legislation and the Pell Frischmann internal quality systems
* Apply for protected species mitigation licenses and oversee their implementation on‑site
* Project co‑ordination with good commercial awareness and financial control, ensuring deliverables meet the client’s needs and are provided cost effectively and to an exemplary standard
* Working in conjunction with project stakeholders including clients, and statutory consultees to achieve project aims whilst encouraging a high level of environmental protection
* Monitoring, planning and forecasting utilisation of the ecology team, including contributing to and preparing bids
* Engage in business development, client and third‑party liaison successfully leading to enhanced reputation, new and repeat work
* Advocating the team’s services internally to our framework managers and technical leads
* Assist with the promotion of the capabilities of the company to current and prospective clients
* Ensure compliance with internal management system procedures
Essential Qualifications
* Degree in Ecology, Environmental Management or a related discipline
Preferred Qualifications
* A current CSCS card or equivalent (We can arrange)
* Membership (or eligibility to join) of the Chartered Institute of Ecology and Environmental Management (CIEEM) at MCIEEM level
Essential Experience
* Significant experience working in a UK consultancy for private and public‑sector developers and operators on a range of development / infrastructure projects
* Experience across a range of UK habitats and protected species
* Class 2 bat survey license
* Experience of on‑site ecological supervision
Preferred Experience
* Line management experience
* Proven record of developing pragmatic and cost‑effective mitigation and supervising implementation on site
* Providing ecological input to competitive tenders
* Has held or is eligible to hold Bat Mitigation licences (Earned Recognition or A13)
* Great crested newt survey licence (Level 1) or other protected species survey licence
Essential Skills
* Be able to work well in a team and provide effective direction to all members of the team
* Strong analytical, critical thinking and organisational skills
* Excellent knowledge of relevant UK wildlife legislation including conservation of protected species
Preferred Skills
* Excellent knowledge of ecological survey methods and mitigation measures
* Good understanding of the UK planning system
* Able to work collaboratively and develop strong relationships with other teams within the business and clients
* Full UK driver’s licence
* Good GIS skills
* Experienced in BNG metrics and reporting
* Good working knowledge of habitat creation and enhancement
* Data management and analysis skills
* Excellent commercial understanding of environmental consultancy procurement
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